1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2700 mm |
